(19 Reviews)
100% Recommended

Patrick McGill

Jamestown, NC

Europe and the UK Travel Expert

As a travel agent specializing in travel to Europe and the United Kingdom, I focus on where, why, and how you travel. In all cases, the focus is to create for you an unforgettable experience. I offer diverse travel options in river cruises, ocean cruises, escorted tours, group travel, or customized independent travel. I will research and provide you with a complete package of all components of your trip. I will advise you on what to do and see while traveling. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or embarking on your first European adventure, I am committed to creating extraordinary travel experiences, ensuring every moment of your trip is filled with joy and discovery. Let me be your gateway to Europe and the UK, where unforgettable river cruises and tailor-made tours await. To give you an appreciation for the research I do please visit my blog at https://patrickmcgilltravel.com/adventures/.

My Travel Specialties

Europe and United Kingdom Travel Specialist

Welcome! I'm Patrick McGill, your dedicated travel expert specializing in custom-crafted journeys across Europe and the United Kingdom. My unwavering passion for exploration and deep appreciation for the rich and diverse cultures of these magnificent destinations ensure that your travel dreams become...
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Stirling Castle, Scotland

European River Cruise Travel Expert

Discover the Unique World of River Cruising

Think all river cruises are alike? If only that were so. My journey as a travel agent has allowed me to delve deeply into the nuances that separate an ordinary river cruise from an extraordinary one. From ship configurations and amenities...
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River cruise ships in Budapest

Fully Customized Independent Travel Expert

Traveling independently is a dream for many, filled with the freedom to explore at your own pace and discover hidden gems. However, this flexibility often comes with its own set of complexities. From accommodations to transport, from guides to local experiences—every detail needs thoughtful planning.

That's...
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Highclere Castle, England

Your Escorted Tours Travel Specialist

Escorted tours come with some fantastic perks.

Ireland's Cliffs of Moher

My Travel Albums

River Cruise on the AmaMagna
Budapest Panorama
Germany
The Cologne Cathedral
Italy
The Ponte Vecchio, Florence
Ireland
Sunset at Ballygally
England Trip 1
Buckingham Palace
Scotland
Edinburgh Castle from the Princes Street Gardens

My Travel Stories

My First Trip to England

Making our first trip to England was a journey that left a lasting impact on my life, sparking a passion that would eventually lead me to consider a career as a travel agent.

Our adventure began early in the morning at Heathrow Airport. Getting from Heathrow to the heart of London is easy,...Read more.

Customer Testimonials

Mediterranean Cruise

We recently returned from a 14 day trip to Rome and a Mediterranean cruise that Pat planned for us. Pat listened to all my many requests and was able to deliver on all of them. His attention to detail was impeccable. We had an absolutely amazing trip, and I know that I will ask Pat to help us with the next one.
Jim and Susan K, Farmville, VA

Switzerland Extended Holiday

We are happy to highly recommend Patrick McGill for any of your travel needs. Pat assisted us in the detail planning of an extensive eight (8) week trip to Europe. We booked all of our air, train, hotel and local tours through Pat and he did an outstanding job. His attention to detail, follow up and consideration of our personal preferences was outstanding. While we were on our trip, he continued to monitor our progress and regularly reached out to us to assure that we were having a good experience.
Dean S., Bryan, OH

First European Trip

A shout out to our travel agent, Patrick McGill for an incredibly planned and executed multi-country European trip. All flights, train transfers and excursions went off without a hitch. I can honestly say things went smoothly these 14 days. This was not the case for my traveling friends who did not use Pat. We flew Delta into Amsterdam and flew out of CDG Paris. We checked luggage and it was never lost. If you need a great TA, Pat is the man! He is now doing river cruises and that is on my bucket list to try. Just my traveling thoughts.
Gail C., Jamestown, NC

Our Birthday Trip to Barcelona

Pat arranged our ten day trip to Spain. All of the arrangements worked out great. The hotel and the excursions were all well coordinated and exactly as promised. Pat's arrangements were less expensive than if we had made the arrangements ourselves. Pat will definitely be in charge of our next trip.
Tommy L. Waxhaw, NC

Mother Daughter Trip to London

My daughter and I just returned from a special trip to London, and we had a great time. We credit Pat McGill for a well planned itinerary and for finding such perfect accommodations. Pat helped my husband and me last year to plan a trip to Europe. He did such a great job, that when we decided to visit London, Pat was the first call I made. We gave Pat basic information, and he did all the research. With so much available online information having Pat do the leg work and use his resources and knowledge is a much easier solution. Pat is up to date on travel issues, the latest deals with airlines and hotels, the ins and outs of getting around the city, best currency/credit card to use and all the little items you don’t think of. Pat was always available for questions, even during the trip. On a Sunday afternoon, when our day tour operator changed the pick up location at the last minute, Pat was communicating with the tour operator to assure we were not left behind.
Ann S, Bryan, OH

My Reviews

Unforgettable Family Trip!
We recently returned from our first trip to Europe, and thanks to Pat, it was truly unforgettable! From the beginning Pat listened carefully to all my requests, asked thoughtful follow-up questions to fully understand our needs, and remained responsive and attentive throughout the planning process. Every detail was handled with care and the trip truly exceeded all of our expectations. I highly recommend Pat as a travel planner. His professionalism and organization in making our experience exceptional made all the difference.
By  Lynn Carrick  from  Trinity, NC
Traveled to  Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Our Switzerland Adventure
Pat moved mountains for us! From start to finish he listened to us, matched us up with Kensington tours, oversaw every aspect of our 10 day journey thru Switzerland and Italy. His advice was ongoing, insightful and critical in making this the most awesome adventure we’ve ever had. We’ve traveled many times before but never with this 5 Star service.
By  Dwight & Mary  from  Colfax, NC
Traveled to  Switzerland | Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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To Rome with Love
My husband and I went on a trip to my ancestorial land, Italy! First stop Sicily and the village of Taormina. If you have watched White Lotus you have seen only a small part of the beauty of this area. Pat arraigned for us to have personalized service, drivers and tours that made this trip a definite bucket list experience. Every minute detail was a stroke of perfection. There were many moving parts, flights, train schedules, booking multiple hotels in Sicily and then in Rome. We had one small glitch with the Italian travel agency which was minor. But everything Pat did was perfection. We highly recommend Patrick McGill.
By  Gail  from  Jamestown, NC
Traveled to  Italy | Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Patrick McGill responded:
Thanks Gail for the kind words. It was a pleasure to put this trio together for you.

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Outstanding and Memorable Trip to Maine
Patrick did a great job putting together our trip to Bar Harbor, Maine! He scheduled our flights, our resort reservation, rental car and suggested trip activities.
By  Jay  from  Greensboro NC
Traveled to  Bar Harbor ~ Maine ~ USA
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Long Weekend in Paris
Mr. McGill recently helped us plan a long weekend to Paris; with the itinerary focusing around the Eiffel Tower and Disneyland Paris. Our family had never traveled to this area of Europe before, so we appreciated Mr. McGill's knowledge of the area as well as his patience with our many questions!
By  Karen  from  Mebane, NC
Traveled to  Paris ~ France ~ Europe
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

Patrick McGill responded:
Thanks Karen! It was a pleasure creating this experience for you and your family!

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Destination Expert:

  • Austria
  • Germany
  • United Kingdom
  • France
  • Ireland
  • Italy
  • England
  • Hungary
  • Spain
  • Netherlands
  • Scotland

Travel Specialist:

  • Arts & Culture
  • Coach Tours
  • River Cruises
  • Solo Travel
  • Historical Sites
  • Auto Racing
  • Castles & Cathedrals
  • European Culture

Top Travel Partners:

  • AmaWaterways
  • Insight Vacations
  • Avalon Waterways
  • Tauck
  • Viking
  • Kensington

Certifications/Awards:

  • CTA
  • Travel Institute Certified Travel Associate (CTA)
  • Tauck Certified Travel Advisor

Languages I Speak:

  • English
  • French
  • German

Industry Affiliations:

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